Forced Opportunities

Over a year ago, I began substitute teaching for LAUSD. After only a month of work, I wrote a blog venting my frustrations. I am happy to say that most of those have passed. Really, I gained further understanding. It was a roller coaster of emotions and experiences with highs and lows, learning about myself, and finding my best fit - which happened to be 6th grade.

Just as I was getting to the point where I loved my job, looked forward to going in every morning, and found a system that helped me manage 53 students with 53 very different personalities, I was uprooted. Out for the Summer. I was actually supposed to be working this Summer, but as fate would have it - apparently I have other things to do right now. So, in my time off, I am finishing a script for a producer. It has also allowed me to get in touch with another passion. I am hoping to do some work with the homeless.

The point is: I am very glad that I made the decision to leave entertainment as a day to day work environment. I love writing and creating and directing, but I also love serving in my community. I love having time to be with family and friends - something I felt I was constantly sacrificing when I worked in television. Even though I didn't anticipate not teaching this summer, I am glad that I have this forced opportunity to continue exploring ways that I can work in my community.